The Arizona Cardinals want to get back to a Super Bowl, and being more like the Atlanta Falcons can get them there They say imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. This is especially true in the NFL, where fads come in, are copied by nearly everyone, then fade away.
Month: February 2017
Chicago Cubs: Jason Hammel signs two-year deal with Royals
The wait is finally over for former Chicago Cubs pitcher Jason Hammel. He’s signed a two-year deal with the Kansas City Royals.
Nelson celebrates Super Bowl week with Comeback honor
Green Bay Packers wide receiver Jordy Nelson was honored Saturday night with the NFL’s Comeback Player of the Year award, by an overwhelming choice. One year after reconstructive knee surgery , Nelson caught 97 passes for 1,257 yards and a league leading 14 touchdown catches.
Defense leads Wisconsin to victory over Indiana
The Wisconsin Badgers struggled offensively, but found a way to knock off the Indiana Hoosiers 65-60 in Big Ten play on Sunday. The win is the 7th straight for Wisconsin and moved them into first place by themselves, a game in front of Maryland, who lost on Saturday.
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The Super Bowl is known for its wacky, funny and tear-jerker commercials, but this year something was missing: a commercial featuring Budweiser’s Clydesdale horses. Where were Budweiser’s Clydesdales during the Super Bowl? The Super Bowl is known for its wacky, funny and tear-jerker commercials, but this year something was missing: a commercial featuring Budweiser’s Clydesdale horses.
NGL Energy Partners LP (NGL) Lifted to Buy at Zacks Investment Research
They currently have $27.00 price target on the stock. According to Zacks, “NGL Energy Partners LP is a limited partnership operating a vertically-integrated propane business with three operating segments: retail propane; wholesale supply and marketing; and midstream.
PBF Logistics LP (PBFX) Lifted to “Hold” at Zacks Investment Research
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Jimmy Howard has lengthy practice; a third start with Griffins not ruled out
Jimmy Howard’s second game with the Grand Rapids Griffins comes Wednesday and it’s possible he could stick around for a third before returning to the Red Wings. “Just talking with Jimmy , he wanted to get one more game in.
Prep swimming: After 48 years in the pool, Tooele swimming coach Mel…
The Salt Lake Tribune) Mel Roberts, the longtime swimming coach at Tooele High School, works the last days of his 49 year career at the Leigh Pratt Aquatic Center on Thursday, Feb. 2, 2017. The Salt Lake Tribune) Mel Roberts, the longtime swimming coach at Tooele High School, works the last days of his 49 year career at the Leigh Pratt Aquatic Center on Thursday, Feb. 2, 2017.
Miami Heat to release Derrick Williams and sign Okaro White
Derrick Williams’ short and inconsistent time with the Miami Heat is set to come to an end, as the team plans to release him. In an effort to create a roster spot for Okaro White, the Miami Heat are releasing forward Derrick Williams, as reported by The Vertical.
More than 111 million people watched Super Bowl LI
Somehow, some way, the New England Patriots won Super Bowl LI on Sunday night, and their big comeback victory may have saved the TV ratings. The game, which saw the Patriots make the largest comeback in Super Bowl history, brought in an average audience of 111.3 million viewers for Fox, according to Nielsen.
Why Tony Romo to Chiefs could make sense
The Chiefs as the next destination for Tony Romo has been rumored for a few weeks now. Here’s why it makes sense.
Despite overtime finish, NFL Super Bowl draws lower TV ratings
Fox Television’s broadcast of Super Bowl LI on Sunday night drew 111.3 million viewers, according to Nielsen data released by the network on Monday, the smallest audience for the National Football League’s title game in four years. The contest included a thrilling finish, with the New England Patriots staging a comeback to defeat the Atlanta Falcons in the National Football league’s first-ever Super Bowl overtime.
First-place Gamecocks men remain 19th in new AP poll, while women slide to sixth
South Carolina remained at No. 19 in the AP men’s basketball poll this week, while the women’s squad dropped two spots in the new ranking released Monday.
Inconsistent shooting costs Hornets sixth straight game this past weekend
There were stretches in Salt Lake City on Saturday night where the Charlotte Hornets looked like the team they thought they could be this season, but ultimately the game ended in what many Hornets fans have gotten used to in the last few gamesa And monthsa . And years–Heartbreak.
Photo: Simone Biles confirms Shaq is uhh … tall
Olympic gold medalist/gymnastics superstar/American sweetheart Simone Biles helped “Inside Edition” showcase Houston – her hometown – for Super Bowl LI. While working as a correspondent, Biles stopped for a quick photo op with former NBA great Shaquille O’Neal, who is uhh taller than Biles.
Overreaction Monday: Back to the Future
It was a whirlwind, but at the end of the day, we see that the more things change, the more they stay the same. We saw it with the Super Bowl last night as Atlanta looked like they were poised to take down Brady and Belichick, and despite a 25-point lead at one point, things remained about the same as they’ve been for some time now: Brady led an epic comeback, aided by mistakes and balls bouncing the Pats’ way, and the New England Patriots are champions once more.
What’s On Our Radar, February 6, 2017
America tuned in to Superbowl LI as the New England Patriots defeated the Atlanta Falcons in a stunning comeback. Of course the commericals were also in focus, with Anheuser-Busch InBev’s Budwesier Super Bowl immigration ad gaining the most social media traction — over 95,000 mentions according to Talkwalker, a social data intelligence company.
Super Bowl Draws Lower TV Ratings than Previous Two Games
Fox Television’s broadcast of Super Bowl LI on Sunday night drew a 48.8 overnight rating, according to Nielsen data released by the network, lower than the previous two Super Bowls. The contest included a thrilling finish, with the New England Patriots topping the Atlanta Falcons in the National Football league’s first-ever Super Bowl overtime.
Wladimir Klitschko is to fight Anthony Joshua at Wembley Stadium on April 29
Lewis is also convinced the 40-year-old would never have lost to Tyson Fury with Steward in his corner, and that Klitschko’s biggest challenge in preparing for his April 29 fight with Joshua comes in shifting his focus from Fury. Steward was widely considered the greatest trainer in boxing history at the point of his death, from complications following surgery for the stomach condition diverticulosis, at the age of 68 in October 2012.
Fast Forward: Roger has to hand the MVP trophy to Brady today — sweet
Hey, sport: The Celtics are off. They beat the Clippers yesterday, 107-102, and the Garden crowd bid a loving farewell to Paul Pierce , who’s retiring and played his last game in Boston.
For the Patriots, Super Bowl night was a festive affair
Improbable victory in hand, the poor Falcons vanquished to an uncomfortable place in NFL history, the Patriots celebrated their fifth Super Bowl with friends and fans at a post-game party at NRG Center, just a stumble from NRG Stadium. And stumbling is what most were doing, in a daze of light beer and disbelief that the Patriots had overcome a pitiful first half to beat Atlanta and become, well, legends.
Super Bowl LI – Patriots vs Falcons
… a 25-point deficit at half time to win the game in overtime 34-28. VOA was there. A young New England Patriots fan sports his team’s logo painted in his hair at the Super Bowl in Houston, Texas. (B. Allen/VOA) Patriots quarterback Tom Brady, center, …
Penn State Football Morning Briefing: Big Recruits Signed, Franklin Continues Recruiting, and More
The most recent Penn State football news links once again have a big focus on recruiting. Fresh off closing out the 2017 class on National Signing Day, head coach James Franklin and his staff continued to work.
Gov. Cuomo can save Finger Lakes Race Track, 1,200 jobs with one stroke
Eloquent Ethel, with jockey Nazario Alvarado up, crosses the finish line in first place at Finger Lakes Racetrack on Nov. 16, 2016. Because of the uncertainty, Finger Lakes has yet to schedule its racing season for 2017.
Willy Caballero hails Claudio Bravo response after losing number one spot
Caballero started his third successive match in Sunday’s 2-1 home win over Swansea after being preferred to Bravo by manager Pep Guardiola. Bravo, who was controversially and surprisingly signed to supplant England number one Joe Hart earlier this season, has made a limited impact at the Etihad Stadium.
Some of the most tragic deaths in Bristol’s waterways
… Bradley on December 14, 2011 and others. The dad-of-one was married with a baby daughter and a member of the water sports group Globe 260 in Keynsham. During an inquest, it was heard Mr Woodcock and friends had taken several safety steps, including …
Historic comeback gives New England 34-28 victory over Atlanta in Super Bowl LI
The New England Patriots capped an historic comeback with a touchdown on the opening drive of overtime, defeating the Atlanta Falcons 34-28 in Super Bowl LI. Before this year, no team had come back from a deficit of more than 10 points to win a Super Bowl.
Hartford offers to host Islanders if they’re left homeless, gets into this headline
With the New York Islanders potentially homeless starting in 2019, it was only a matter of time before other cities eager to lure a hockey team started throwing their hats in the ring. And first up is nope, not Quebec.
Gabriel Jesus was “ready when he arrived” enthuses Guardiola
Pep Guardiola insists that 19 year old Gabriel Jesus arrived ready, after a quick start to his Manchester City career. The Brazilian has 3 goals and 2 assists in his first 3 games for the club, after joining from Palmeiras in January.
Curt Schilling Launches ‘Ass Whipping’ Twitter Salvo Against Rising Democratic Star
Baseball great Curt Schilling unleashed a nasty Twitter salvo against Jason Kander after the rising Democratic star slammed Donald Trump on a national TV appearance. The retired Boston Red Sox pitcher, who is now perhaps better known as a far right wing pundit of sorts, called Kander a “piece of garbage” and said he deserves an “ass whipping” for his remarks.
Meteor Lights Up Chicago Sky
A little before 1:30am, the skies above Chicago lit up as it were 1:30pm. A relatively small fireball streaked through the clouds, but was still visible in Iowa, Wisconsin, Illinois, and Indiana.
Sweetest of all: Patriots reign in mighty Super Bowl rally
… Falcon, Deion Sanders. Indeed, it felt like prime time for a celebration in Atlanta, a city with a long history of sports mediocrity and collapses, but nothing quite like this. “No panic,” Patriots wide receiver Matthew Slater explained. “We …
Photos: Super Bowl LI in Houston, Texas
FEBRUARY 05: Tom Brady #12 of the New England Patriots looks to pass against the Atlanta Falcons during the fourth quarter during Super Bowl 51 at NRG Stadium on February 5, 2017 in Houston, Texas. The New England Patriots defeated the Atlanta Falcons 34-28. (Photo by Bob Levey/Getty Images)
Weird Super Bowl: Eagles player congratulates Belichick, Brady trolls Goodell in local commercial
Yes, that’s Eagles long-snapper Jon Dorenbos wearing his own jersey while congratulating Patriots head coach Bill Belichick following his team’s 34-28 overtime win against the Falcons in Super Bowl LI. Historic.
3,000 Muslim women protest Austria’s face-veil ban
Tom Brady breaks down in tears while hugging his seriously ill mother after Patriots win historic FIFTH Super Bowl over Atlanta Falcons – cementing his status as the greatest QB of all time Hero flight attendant rescues teen from human trafficker by leaving a secret note for her on Alaska Airlines bathroom mirror Tight end Martellus Bennett says he will NOT attend Super Bowl celebration at the White House because he doesn’t support Donald Trump She blew the roof off! Lady Gaga calls for unity in gravity-defying performance at Super Bowl 51 as she sings America The Beautiful and leaps from top of stadium ‘It’s going to be on eBay soon’: Tom Brady suffers huge post-Super Bowl loss after his Patriots jersey is stolen – and Twitter blames Roger Goodell ‘I am a rebel’: Lady Gaga channels Audrey Hepburn as she claims wearing Tiffany & Co.
Prep Girls Hockey: Marshall earns No. 2 seed in Section 3A tournament
The Marshall Tigers have earned the No. 2 seed in the upcoming section 3A girls hockey tournament.
5 Things We Learned From Man Utd’s Comfortable Victory at Champions a
Manchester United cruised to a 3-0 victory at the King Power Stadium on Sunday to go two points off the top four and leave Leicester in something of a crisis. Late first half goals from Henrikh Mkhitaryan and Zlatan Ibrahimovic put the visitors ahead, before Juan Mata’s second half strike confirmed a comfortable win.
Stunning rally begs question: How do Pats rank in history?
… on whether it translates into the greatest dynasty in the NFL, and maybe where New England ranks among dominant pro sports franchises. There are some numbers that aren’t debatable, like most Super Bowl appearances for a team (nine) and a quarterback …
FIG Intercontinental Judges’ Courses in Men’s Artistic Gymnastics open in Baku [PHOTO]
The Intercontinental Judges’ Courses in Men’s Artistic Gymnastics of the International Gymnastics Federation kicked off in Baku on February 6. President of the FIG Men’sTechnical Committee Steve Butcher, speaking at the opening ceremony, welcomed the course participants and introduced the members of the organizing committee. He thanked the Azerbaijan Gymnastics Federation for the excellent organization of the event.